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The BYOB Podcast

Summary: BYOB will discuss everything related to building PC's, servers, HTPC's, gaming rigs, and anything else they can get their hands on. BYOB will also discuss a variety of hardware platforms, components, peripherals, and systems to help you make informed choices about your build, as well as to help answer any questions you may have along the way.

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 BYOB Episode 95 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:10:24

This week on the BYOB Podcast we are joined by John Stutsman, He’ll update us on his recent hardware experiences. The Failure of Storage Spaces, Tunneling with unTangle, Corsair 550D debacle. Michel’s new server is a nightmare. Cord Cutting update.   John Stutsman – Joe_Miner Here’s some of John’s recent articles. A Server Build with a GA-Z77X-UD5H in a Lian-Li PC-K9WX (http://homeservershow.com/a-server-build-with-a-ga-z77x-ud5h-in-a-lian-li-pc-k9wx.html) A Server Build with a GA-Z77X-UD5H in a Lian-Li PC-K9WX–Part 2 (http://homeservershow.com/a-server-build-with-a-ga-z77x-ud5h-in-a-lian-li-pc-k9wxpart-2.html) Updating a Gigabyte Z77X-UD5H and i7-3770 in a PC-KW9X with a Zalman CPU Cooler (http://homeservershow.com/updating-a-gigabyte-z77x-ud5h-and-i7-3770-in-a-pc-kw9x-with-a-zalman-cpu-cooler.html) Installing Server 2012 Release Candidate on the Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H (http://homeservershow.com/installing-server-2012-rc-on-the-gigabyte-ga-z77x-ud5h.html) HP Microserver N40L Build and Bios Modification (http://homeservershow.com/hp-microserver-n40l-build-and-bios-modification.html) A Look at Seagate’s FreeAgent GoFlex 4TB External Disk Drive & Western Digital’s USB 3.0 PCIe Card in a MicroServer (http://homeservershow.com/a-look-at-seagates-freeagent-goflex-4tb-external-disk-drive-western-digitals-usb-3-0-pcie-card-in-a-microserver.html) Installing Windows Home Server 2011 on a SSD in a HP MicroServer N40L (http://homeservershow.com/installing-windows-home-server-2011-on-a-ssd-in-a-hp-microserver-n40l.html) SplashTop with Windows 8 and Server 8 on iPad (http://homeservershow.com/splashtop-with-windows-8-and-server-8-on-ipad.html) Updating a Acer 1810T Laptop with a Crucial M4 SSD (http://homeservershow.com/updating-a-acer-1810t-laptop-with-a-crucial-m4-ssd.html) Storage Spaces – Fail Mike’s recent SS failure doesn’t reassure BYOB that it’s ready for you data. (http://thedocsworld.net/storage-spaces-failure/) Project: VirtualBox – The Hyper-V Badass Bites Back Michael recently upgraded his VM Server (http://www.racecarmike.com/project-virtualbox/) (formerly Project: One (http://www.racecarmike.com/project-one/)) with a new core system. It wasn’t a smooth as one would hope for.   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 94 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:31:10

This weeks BYOB Podcast is joined this week by John Wills and John Zadjler. We’ll discuss the Corsair 550D Case, Silex USB over IP, ASRock Z77 and Ivy Bridge 3570K, an Onkyo Receiver. John Wills new project and more Windows 8.   Guest John Wills (JMWills) We talk with John about his recent hardware upgrades * Other hardware...I just moved over the the Fractal Arc Midi from the CM HAF 912 * Moving Data across oceans via VPN using WHS Download, AllWay Sync, & TerraCopy. * New house means new network powered by Untangle with backup servers for the WHS for high availability. Ivy Bridge upgrade – Well at least the case is neat! Michael upgrades to an Ivy bridge 3570k and an ASRock Z77 housed in a neat new case. It’s not a LIAN LI (http://www.racecarmike.com/project-ivy/)! Hey look More Lemons! – Silex USB over IP Adapter So bad we didn’t even link to it. We’ll end on a positive note – Onkyo TX-NR 616 Mike upgrades his receiver to a new Onkyo (http://thedocsworld.net/onkyo-tx-nr616/)   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 93 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:07:06

Special guests, Steve Dail (aka TimeKills) and Renny Phipps (aka Renny) join me for some tech talk.  We talk about their setups, hardware, networks as well as their thoughts on Windows 8 and Server 2012 Essentials.  We discuss Steve’s new MSI GT60 laptop, and Renny’s new Z77 I5-3550 system complete with Vertex 3.  Steve walks us through setting up a VPN in 2012 Essentials.  A special thanks to both Renny and Steve for joining me tonight and taking the time to share their setups and experiences.   MSI GT60   Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 92 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 45:37

Haswell, Server 2012 storage spaces testing and the great domain debate rages on. eVGA mini motherboard, and the Google Nexus hands on, All on this weeks BYOB Podcast. New Intel Socket is Coming Haswell arcitecture (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intel_Haswell_(microarchitecture)) More news on the 8 series chipset coming April 2013. (http://techreport.com/discussions.x/23289?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+techreport%2Fall+%28The+Tech+Report%29)   Windows Server 2012 Essentials Storage Spaces Testing (http://thedocsworld.net/storage-spaces-performance-server-2012-essentials/) Removing the Domain Controller Debate (http://homeservershow.com/forums/index.php?/topic/4251-remove-ws2012e-from-its-own-domain-into-a-workgroup-so-systems-that-are-members-of-another-domain-can-also-be-backed-up/)   eVGA Z77 mITX Motherboard Check it out on Facebook (http://homeservershow.com/forums/index.php?/topic/4251-remove-ws2012e-from-its-own-domain-into-a-workgroup-so-systems-that-are-members-of-another-domain-can-also-be-backed-up/) (http://homeservershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/image_thumb.png)   Nexus 7 Tablet Mike gives us the low down on the latest tablet to hit the market.   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 91 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:07:10

WHS2011 is dead! Server 2012 essentials, Windows 8’s amazing deal,AMD does it still blow? Intel 330 SSD, iOS Podcast app, WD has Routers?! Gigabyte and Thunderbolt…wonder twin powers activate! Welcome to the BYOB Podcast! Windows Home Server & SBS, Told To Go Home Well pricing skus for the new Windows Server 2012 lineup are out and guess who was cut from the team (http://blogs.technet.com/b/sbs/archive/2012/07/05/windows-small-business-server-essentials-becomes-windows-server-2012-essentials.aspx)? Small Business Server and Home Server are no longer a part of the server family. Instead for 2012 Microsoft conjured up something in between. Windows Server 2012 essentials. Which promises the media and streaming of WHS and the domain controller of SBS. Exchange is gone from the SBS package. Although I’m sure the legacy operating systems will be supported for quite sometime in typical Microsoft fashion, I wouldn’t expect them to remain in the channel for much longer. While ther both good and bad to this move I think it makes sense. It’s priced competitively for small business at $425 which gives you 25 CALs. but given the lack of info we’re not sure what exactly the os is. Is it a spiffed up version of SBS2011 essentials? or is it more in line with SBS2008R2? Hopefully Microsoft will release more info soon. Listen to the podcast to get the BYOB perspective and opinion of this move from Microsoft. So Let Me Get this Straight…It’s only $40? In a surprise move Microsoft announced it would sell the Windows 8 Pro Upgrade (including the media pack) for $40 over ANY existing Microsoft OS (http://www.theverge.com/2012/7/2/3132514/microsoft-windows-8-pro-upgrade-deal). And this includes the Release Preview! That’s right folks install a fresh copy of the RP and $40 later you have Windows 8 Pro. This is an insanely good deal. AMD – Anecdotal Musings Michael had the opportunity to try out a new AMD bulldozer setup recently and decides to share his thoughts about Temps, wattage, and value on the podcast. SSD Report: Intel 330 180GB Doc give the low down on his new Intel SSD (http://thedocsworld.net/intel-330-180-gig-ssd/) App Rap: Podcast for iOS Doc reviews Apples new podcast app. (http://thedocsworld.net/ios-podcast-app/) Wait Is That A Western Digital Router? Yup apparently WD is in the networking game and has a new line of routers with apparently with a stout set of QoS controls as well (http://www.wdc.com/en/products/network/routers/). You’ve Got Your Thenderbolt In My Gigabyte! More motherboards with Thunderbolt…Hello? Any peripherals out there? (http://techreport.com/discussions.x/23219)     Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 90 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:02:43

Tim reports in on Windows 8, RT and ARM. The guys have a loose round table on where they see Microsoft and computing  going in the future.  Google Nexus 7 is a 7 inch tablet the right way for Google to go? Welcome to Episode 90 of the BYOB Podcast. Tim’s Sermon Before we get started on Windows RT, let’s quickly define the term ARM (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ARM). The acronym stands for Advanced RISC Machine where RISC stands for Reduced Instruction Set Computing. The ARM (RISC) differs from complex instruction set computers called (CISC) like x86 architectures. We talked in earlier episodes about how the term x86, introduced in 1978, and it has grown to represent most modern day PCs. ARM processors are RISC but not all RISC are ARMs. For example, your PlayStation 2 and your Nintendo 64 run on the MIPS line of RISC. For the most part though, ARM rules the market and is used in devices like the iPhone, iPad, RIM devices etc. Virtually every mobile phone made in the last eight years had an ARM processor. The actual architecture is licensed to companies like AMD, Apple, Marvell and LG. The processor designs are also licensed and companies can create system-on-a-chip packages for their devices such as the Surfaces Nvidia Tegra and the Samsung A5 chip used in the iPhone 4s and the iPad2. Just as a quick comparison, Apple has iOS and OSX and Microsoft now has Windows RT and Windows 8. We all know that OSX and Windows 8 run on x86 and that iOS and Windows RT run on ARM. So what does ARM have to do with Windows RT you ask? Well the ARM processors are lower power, require less cooling and have longer battery life which are exactly what you need for a tablet. Microsoft has designed Windows RT (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_RT) to run on ARM devices and with the announcement of the Surface (http://www.microsoft.com/surface/en/us/default.aspx) this also means that Microsoft is now its own computer OEM. RT is the abbreviation for Runtime, the engine that runs the new Metro apps. RT has much in common as far as code with Windows 8 but only software written using Windows Runtime can be used on Windows RT. Windows RT will only run software from the Windows Store or software already included in the OEM package such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote. The bad news is that traditional Win32 Windows programs will not run on RT. The good news is that new Metro Apps designed in Runtime will run on Windows 8 and RT. A couple of key points we known so far about Windows RT is that is does not have Windows Media Player. We also know that is includes Office 15 (also called Office 2013) which uses a metro based interface and according to the Microsoft Office blog (http://blogs.office.com/b/office-exec/archive/2012/01/30/quot-office-15-quot-begins-technical-preview.aspx), is expected to beta later this summer. IE10 is included as a Metro app but does not support plug ins. The Metro environment is the tile-based screen for Windows 8 that is similar to the Windows Phone OS. As a side note, Windows Phone 7 runs on an ARM device with Windows CE but the new Windows Phone 8 will have an architecture based off of the Windows NT kernel and make porting applications easy between it and Windows 8. This is not the case with Surface. Some cool requirements (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_RT) that are required for Windows RT are: · Exactly five buttons, one for power, one for rotation lock, one Windows Key and volume up and down. · At least 10GB of storage after initial configuration · 768 minimum resolution · Other cool requirements such as ambient light sensor, gyroscope, Bluetooth, Direct3D graphics, USB, UEFI and accelerometer. Just as a quick recap I have three key points to remember: 1. Windows RT will only support software included in the system or from Metro apps through the Windows Store. You will not be able to run or port x86 software to Windows RT. 2.

 BYOB Episode 89 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:16:57

Microsoft Surface, more Windows 8 discussion, Update on storage spaces for both Windows 8 and Server 2012, portable SSDs and stut stut stuttering issues resolved. All on this weeks BYOB podcast. Windows 8 – Real Life Platform Testing Michael has been busy using Windows 8 on several different platforms over the last 2 months. We discuss his opinions on each. You can also read deeper on his feelings about each platform. Laptop (http://www.racecarmike.com/?p=1109) Desktop (http://www.racecarmike.com/?p=1114) Tablet/Slate (http://www.racecarmike.com/?p=1116)   Microsoft Surface – Are You Pro or RT? The boys discuss the new Surface RT and Surface Pro tablets introduced  by Microsoft (http://www.microsoft.com/surface/en/us/gallery.aspx) this week. This is just the tip of the iceberg into the new OS. We’ll be delving deeper each week into the merits of each and how this may or may not impact you. Saving Space – More Performance testing of Storage Spaces for Windows 8 and Server 2012 Mike took the time and effort to test the release preview versions of storage spaces to see if any improvement was made. Be sure to check out his results. Windows 8 (http://thedocsworld.net/storage-spaces-performance-windows-8/) Server 2012 (http://thedocsworld.net/storage-spaces-performanceserver-2012/) SSD On The Run – USB 3 Portable Drive Enclosure Tim gives a quick review for a USB 3.0 drive enclosure. A great way to speed up data transfer by using an older SSD. Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Connectland-Ultra-Slim-2-5-Inch-Enclosure-CL-ENC25015/dp/B003V8ATVS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1340578780&sr=8-2&keywords=connectland+usb+enclosure)   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 88 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:11:40

XBOX E3 hardware/compatibility updates, more server Issues, Windows on a laptop Mike gives us his experience. Thunderbolt comes to PC hardware, Cheap butt kicking HTPC, Server 12 first impressions. Another info packed show on this weeks BYOB Podcast. Windows 8 – The Struggle Within Mike install win8 on his laptop and had a few issues. Listen to the podcast as he airs out some concerns from some real world testing. Server Issues – SSD Failure and Z77 Drivers Mike Airs out some disappointing issues with his SSDs and Z77, Server OS are not supported! WTF? Manually installing them is the fix. Thunderbolt – It’s Not Just For Mac Anymore Thunderbolt comes to elite motherboards but is it worth it yet? anandtech article (http://www.anandtech.com/show/5884/thunderbolt-on-windows-part-2-intels-dz77rek75-asus-p8z77v-premium) E3 XBOX News – From Console to Set Top Box the transformation is Complete…Almost Microsoft announced updates and additional capabilities to the XBOX 360. If you missed it you can replay it. (http://www.e3companion.com/) •    Improved voice search including multi language •    Want to be a cord cutter? Lack of sports making it hard to make the cut? In addition to existing access to MLB and UFC, Xbox will now have NBA, NHL as well as all ESPN content not just ESPN3 but ALL ESPN content. While great news for fans, it’s still missing the big three Auto Racing, Soccer & Football. These are the three top properties in all of sports I suspect it’s only a matter of time before these follow suit. •    The changing role of Kinect it’s not just a game controller. Its morphing into an interface as well as a kinematic device for fitness. Will finally arrive or is it still just a novelty? •    IE10 on Xbox you can now search and read tiny text from the comfort of your couch. •    Smartglass is interesting, like a beefy airplay, it has potential. If you’re a gamer there were a slew of game announcements and previews as well. Server 12 First Look – What Happened to Server 9,10, &11? Short discussion on a very rough look at the new Server platform. Download and try it out (http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/windows-server/2012-storage-availability.aspx)   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 87 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:20:44

Big Show this week. As if Windows 8 release Preview wasn’t enough. A budget case, low end HTPC, SSDs. Server upgrade and customer service that really works? All this on The BYOB Podcast. Source Code - A cheap case that isn’t cheap! Michael bought the NZXT Source 210 case for a budget build I was doing and was really surprised at the material and construction quality for a sub $50 case. If you’re looking to do a budget build this is a great platform to hang it all in. Go Team! – An Inexpensive 32GB USB3.0 done well Michael also bought this new F108 32GB USB3.0 thumb drive by Team (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820313156). Honestly I’m quite impressed. It’s durable fast and was under a $1/GB Great Job Fractal! Mike gives kuddos Read More here (http://thedocsworld.net/fractal-designs-great-customer-service/) Server Upgrade – Part Duex Mike continues his 3TB HDD server upgrade (http://thedocsworld.net/server-upgradepart-2/) Tim Builds A New System, Some More SSD Goodness (http://homeservershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Photo-May-06-3-54-28-PM_thumb_thumb.jpg)(http://homeservershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Photo-May-06-5-52-21-PM_thumb1_thumb.jpg) (http://homeservershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Photo-May-11-7-42-52-PM_thumb_thumb.jpg) (http://homeservershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Capture_thumb1_thumb.jpg)(http://homeservershow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/OCZ3-90GB-Bench_thumb_thumb.jpg) Windows 8 Release Preview is here Go check out what all the talk is about (http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/release-preview?ocid=S_GOO_W8R_Google_na_EN-US&semid=ef_GGL_e_rpnewwin8testjfdkjfssk3&WT.search=1) Mike’s Impressions (http://thedocsworld.net/windows-8release-preview/) Winsupersite’s How to install Media Center for Windows 8 (http://www.winsupersite.com/article/windows8/windows-8-release-preview-install-windows-media-center-143291) Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 86 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:33

Short show this week, but we pack it full of hardware info. PCs on a Stick, AMD Trinity update, nVidia releases the GTX 670 Kepler GPU, Dirt cheap hi-res monitors? Server issues all around, Mike & Mike talk about their hard drive server issues on this weeks BYOB Podcast. Is That A PC In Your Pocket? FXI Cotton Candy (http://www.fxitech.com/products/) is a neat little device I ran across while tech surfing. Is it cheap? Yes. Useful? Maybe. either way I want one just to nerd around with. If you want a lower end version, check out these (http://liliputing.com/2012/05/74-pc-on-a-stick-features-allwinner-a10-cpu-android-4-0.html) nifty little gems. AMD Trinity is Awesome, but is it Good? The Verge Review (http://www.theverge.com/2012/5/19/3030483/amd-trinity-a10-4600m-review-roundup) [H]ardOCP review (http://www.hardocp.com/news/2012/02/02/trinity_in_fleshor_silicon) The GTX 670 aka The GTX 680 mini-me nVidia releases their GTX670 kepler GPU, but is it a worthwhile purchase at $399? We don’t think so. [H]ardOCP Review (http://www.hardocp.com/article/2012/05/10/nvidia_geforce_gtx_670_video_card_review333) High Resolution for under $400? I’ve been noticing a trend of cheap off brand 27” 2560x1440 resolution monitors popping up lately and most users who have taken the plunge are pretty happy with them. You can find them on ebay. some of the notable ones are the Catleap 27Q, Achieva Shimina QH270, Auria EQ276W. Just be sure to get one with a 240v to 110v adapter.   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 85 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:00:09

Special Guest Chris Barnes from the DMZ podcast thEndUsr joins us to discuss his systems. We’ll also tackle nVidia’s GTX690. Amazon plays me too with their cloud drive. Playon is told to move on. Welcome to Episode 85 of the BYOB Podcast. Special Guest – Chris Barnes Chris Barnes is host to the thEndUsr Podcast at theDMZ (http://thedigitalmediazone.com/podcasts/thendusr/). He was kind enough to join the BYOB crew this week to talk about his systems as well as weigh in on the rest of this weeks topics. Thanks Chris! Get more at his blog Barnesian.com (http://www.barnesian.com/) and twitter @chrishalebarnes (http://twitter.com/#!/chrishalebarnes) VPN into WHS2011 without 3rd part tools (http://thedigitalmediazone.com/2012/03/26/how-to-set-up-vpn-for-windows-home-server-2011/) The Beast is Back – The GTX690 brings dual GPUs as the new top video card nVidia beats the 7990 to the market with their dual GPU GTX690. [H]ardOCP review (http://www.hardocp.com/article/2012/05/03/nvidia_geforce_gtx_690_dual_gpu_video_card_review) AnandTech review (http://www.anandtech.com/show/5805/nvidia-geforce-gtx-690-review-ultra-expensive-ultra-rare-ultra-fast) Amazon Cloud Drive – Yet another hat in the ring Amazon Cloud Drive (https://www.amazon.com/clouddrive/learnmore)   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 84 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:32:33

Z77, Ivy Bridge, Windows 8 talk, SplashTop, and Cloud Drives.  Tonight we have some in depth discussions on the new Ivy Bridge CPU's and the Z77 chipsets.  We also hash out some differences on the various cloud drives such as Dropbox, SkyDrive, and G Drive and talk about the pros and cons of each.  We discuss the recent Windows 8 skews to see what it means to us.  As always, we look forward to your feedback so please let us know what you think and what you hear about.   Watch us on Livestream (live and past shows) (http://livestream.com/byobpodcast) Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

 BYOB Episode 83 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:21:56

We have a special guest, Michael Ross, filling in for Tim this week. Mr. Ross has some really impressive systems. We’ll also discuss his thoughts on media and cutting the cord. Its an All Mike episode on this weeks BYOB Podcast. Office PC My old P5B lasted me nearly 6 years with a minor upgrade here and there… I am putting the finishing touches on a new watercooled workstation. * Intel Core i7-3930K * ASUS Sabertooth X79 * G.SKILL Ripjaws Z Series 16GB * 2 x EVGA GeForce GTX 680 (SLI) * 2 x OCZ Vertex 2 120GB in RAID 0 (OS) * 4 x WD RE4 2TB in RAID 10 (Data) * Corsair AX1200 * Lian-Li PC-60FNWX Windows Home Server I used to work as a network and server administrator, so I still have a preference for server-grade hardware albeit entry level.  My data mostly consists of work-related files (research, whitepapers, sample data, software installs, etc.), but I do have about 20,000 song music library and a growing photo collection.  I’ve only recently started ripping my frequently watched movies using My Movies. * Intel S3210SHLC Server Board * Intel X3060 Xeon Processor * 8GB DDR2 ECC * Intel RS2WC080 8-channel RAID controller * WD5000BEVT 500GB (OS) * 4 x WD RE4-GP RAID 1 Mirrors (Data) HTPC Last summer, I finished off what I think will be my last Windows Media Center box.  My wife and I cut the cord some time ago, and I’ve really tried to push to get that all-in-one experience…OTA tuners, NetFlix, Hulu, MyMovies, etc.  The box is far lower power than my last one, and it’s quiet. * Intel Core i3-2120T * Intel DH67CFB3 * 4GB Kingston DDR3 * Seagate Momentus XT 500GB 2.5" Hybrid * Silverstone LC-19 w/ slot-load Blu-Ray Hyper-V Server This was a major build last year.  I needed a better sandbox for sample VMs running all kinds of enterprise-grade software.  I needed a way to fire up instances of SQL Server, Oracle, Informatica, Business Object, SharePoint, etc. and this server fits the bill. * Intel X3470 Xeon Processor * Intel S3420GPLC Server Board * 32GB Kinston ECC * LSI MegaRAID 9240-4i * OCZ Vertex Plus 60GB SSD (OS) (Dual-boot Windows 7 and Hyper-V using VHD files) * WD RE4 500GB x 4 (VHD) * Various WD EARS 2TB (ISO Storage and Backups) Networking Most of my network is wired, but my wife and my laptops use wireless.  My wife still uses the Lenovo S10-3T I put together for her a couple of years ago.  The blog is no longer updated, but I used a lot of great info from lenovos103t (http://www.lenovos103t.com/) * AT&T U-verse * Linksys E3200 * D-Link DGS-2208 Thanks again to Mike Ross!   Remember to post your comments on: www.homeservershow.com/forums or send us an email at byob@homeservershow.com. You can also follow us at twitter at www.twitter.com/byobpodcast Follow BYOB on Twitter! (http://twitter.com/byobpodcast) Discuss this Podcast in our Forums (http://homeservershow.com/forums) E-Mail - byob@homeservershow.com [iTunes] Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes(MP3). (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/stat?id=y6YTCKf0cY8&offerid=146261&type=3&subid=0&tmpid=1826&RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Fitunes.apple.com%252Fus%252Fpodcast%252Fthe-byob-podcast%252Fid377669385%253Fuo%253D6%2526partnerId%253D30) [Zune] Subscribe to the Podcast in the Zune Marketplace. (http://social.zune.net/podcast/The-BYOB-Podcast/a13c285b-28b0-4228-b18b-ec898a44f9d0) [RSS] Add the Podcast feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds.feedburner.com/byobpodcast) [Blog RSS] Add the Blog feed to your RSS aggregator. (http://feeds2.feedburner.com/HSSPodcastBlog)

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